Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin Member Grant/Scholarship Program
The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin Member Grant Program provides financial support for members of DSAW to help offset the cost of conferences, training events or other educational programs. Additionally, the fund is available to assist in helping offset some of the cost of a service or item that can benefit the quality of life and development of a person with Down syndrome.
Each month, two grants are awarded. Each grant is limited to a maximum of $250.00 and an individual may receive a maximum of two grants per calendar year.
There will be times when the DSAW Member Grant Program cannot meet all submitted requests. In these situations, approval for the funds will be made using the following criteria:
First time users of the fund.
There is an educational benefit to the request
The grant will assist in the personal development of the person with Down syndrome
The request has direct benefits to the person with Down syndrome
There are no other resources available to meet the need
Grant applications will be considered in the order of receipt
Grant requests will be reviewed on the second Tuesday of each month. DSAW must receive the application at least 30 days before the time of consideration. You may apply online. (click here for the grant application). You may also print out the application (PDF) and either mail it or fax it to:
Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin 9401 West Beloit Road, Suite 311 Milwaukee, WI 53227 Fax: 414-327-1329 Email: info@dsaw.org
The DSAW Member Grant Program must reimburse for actual expenses. A check cannot be sent to you before you actually attend or participate in a planned activity or purchase the services or item to benefit the person with Down syndrome. You must submit original receipts with your claim form, within four weeks after completing the event or purchase.
When you are approved for an award, a confirmation letter will be sent to you with a claim form. Included in the award letter will be the details on how you will be reimbursed for your approved expenses.
Who can apply for the grant?
Any individual whose membership in DSAW is current can apply for the Member Grant.
Where do I get the Application?
Click here to open the DSAW Member Grant online application.
You may also print a copy of the application and….
Fax to 414-327-1329
Or mail to: DSAW Member Grant Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin 9401 West Beloit Road, Suite 311 Milwaukee, WI 53227
Note: Applications MUST be received at least 30 days in advance of the event.
Each month, two grants are awarded. Each grant is limited to a maximum of $250.00 and an individual may receive a maximum of two grants per calendar year. 
Where do I get the Application?